Beekeeping permitted in White Plains subject to zoning. NY Ag & Markets Article 15 requires annual state registration. Hives must be sited away from property lines and maintained responsibly.
All NY beekeepers must register annually with NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets (mandatory since December 23, 2021), reporting colony counts and county location. White Plains zoning treats bees as accessory to residential use; hives should maintain reasonable setbacks from neighbors and property lines. Nuisance hives may be abated.
Nuisance hives: abatement order. Failure to register with state: Ag & Markets penalties.
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Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW cannot park overnight on residential streets. Delivery and service trucks allowed during active work only; daytime co...
White Plains, NY
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers cannot be stored on streets. Residential zoning restricts storage in driveways and front yards — typically rear or...
White Plains, NY
Driveway curb cuts and aprons require a permit from Public Works. Parking across the sidewalk or blocking pedestrian path is prohibited. Surfaces must be pav...
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Retaining walls over 4 ft high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) require a Building Department permit and engineered drawings. Walls supportin...
White Plains, NY
White Plains enforces the New York State Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1225) and Fire Code through its Department of Building. Single- or multiple...
White Plains, NY
Small recreational fire pits with clean dry wood or charcoal are generally allowed if attended and kept small. Must comply with NY Fire Code §307 clearances ...
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